""I think what's so significant about this award is that this was a year that didn't have an absence of talent and stars, and JuJu found a way to elevate herself and her team," USC coach Lindsay Gottlieb said."
""She makes a lot of things that aren't easy look easy. It's one thing to say she's a generational talent, but another to actually do it and put yourself up with names like Stewie, Maya and Courtney Paris.""
""She performed her best at the biggest moments. I thought she really throughout the course of the year learned how to dominate and empower the others.""
JuJu Watkins, a sophomore at USC, was named The Associated Press women's college basketball Player of the Year after a standout season leading the Trojans to their first Big Ten title in 31 years. With 29 votes from a national media panel, Watkins showcased her talent despite a competitive year. She ranks sixth on USC's all-time scoring list and had impressive statistics prior to her season-ending ACL injury. Her coach, Lindsay Gottlieb, praised her ability to perform in crucial moments and elevate her team's performance.
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